VWR Vacuum Oven Standard Operating Procedure [Updated Dec 19, 2014]

VWR Vacuum oven

Model: Model 1430S
Location of Machine: Composites Lab, RFM 1218

Location of SOP and Machine Operating & Safety Manual: Composites Lab website
under resources; Composites Lab TRACS site; and Hardcopy near machine.

Emergency Contact:
 Call 911
 Call EHS & Risk Management at 512-245-3616
 Call Head Lab Technician, Dr. Ray Cook (office 512-245-2050)
 Call Dr. Jitendra S Tate (office 512-245-4872)

Before using this machine:

 You must have permission from Dr. Tate.
 You must have received formal training from technician or, trained research
student (designated by Dr. Tate) related to machine safety and operation.
 You must read and understand SOP and Machine Operating & Safety Manual.
 You must use this machine under direct supervision of Dr. Tate or, Dr. Cook or,
trained research student (designated by Dr. Tate).
 You must have signed “Lab Rules” document with Dr. Tate. This document must
be signed every semester fall, spring, and summer (as applicable).
 If you do NOT follow above instructions you will be held responsible for your own
safety and damages.

Safety Precautions:

Protective Equipment: Prior to performing this procedure, the following personal

protective equipment must be obtained and ready for use: Gloves, Safety Goggles,
Lab Coat and Respirator.

Important Safeguards:

1. To avoid explosion, glassware that has been rinsed with an organic solvent
should be rinsed with distilled water before use in oven.
2. Be cautious of chemicals that might pose a hazard because of acute or
chronic toxicity. The following safety equipment must be accessible and
ready for use: (e.g. chemical fume hood, biological safety cabinet, laminar
flow hood, chemical spill kits) Exhaust system or/and respirators for toxic
material.
3. In the event that a hazardous material spills during a procedure, be prepared
to execute the following emergency procedure: Clean with cleaner
according to MSDS of materials used.
4. This procedure will result in the follow regulated waste which must be
disposed of in compliance with environmental regulations

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VACUUM OVEN

General information

VWR 1430S vacuum oven is ideal for general drying, curing and desiccating, annealing,
outgassing, and aging tests. It is configured to work with reduced pressures and/or N2
atmosphere. The oven is equipped with separate vacuum and gas ports, each with its own
manual valve. The temperature is manually controlled and varies from ~ 20ºC to 250ºC.
The maximum achievable vacuum is ~ -27 in. Hg. The N2 flow can be regulated from 0
to 10 liters / min.

Specifications:

 Weight-115 lbs.
 Dimensions- Exterior : 23.8*26.3*20.3(W*D*H) Interior : 12*20*12(W*D*H)
 Capacity-1.7 cubic feet
 Temperature- Range: Amb. +5○ to 200○C
Uniformity: 3.0@ 100○
Sensitivity: 1.0○ C

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Accessories:

 Vacuum filters:

 Vacuum hose:

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Operational Procedure for Vacuum Oven

1.Turning on
 Flip power switch to ON position
 Press red activation switch.
 If executed properly green Heat
Activated” light will turn on.
 Once heated to desired temperature
“Heat Activated” light will turn off
and red light turn on.

Setting Temperature
 Temperature chart corresponding to
desired temperature is located
above the vacuum oven.
 Set the number corresponding to
desired temperature using "Set
Temperature” knob
 Formula is as follows:
a. y= number value to set
b. x= desired temperature
 “Safety Control” should be set to
maximum working temperature for
current material being used.
 Will automatically turn off the
vacuum oven, when desired
temperature is met or exceeded.

Pressure Control
 Ensure gasket is in place between
door and oven.
 Close “Vent” valve
 Open “Vacuum” Valve
 Turn vacuum pump to “on” position.
 Pump down to desired pressure
using “Vacuum Gauge”
 Close “Vacuum” valve and turn
vacuum pump to “off” position.
Turning Off
 Once the pressure was utilized,
open “Vent” valve to release internal
pressure.
 Turn “Power Switch” to “off” position.

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Cleaning

 Wait until the oven is cooled down

 Clean up all spills using cleaning
agent recommended by MSDS of
the materials.

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